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GF12 SYO

2012 Toyota Prius

Silver Other 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

209,232 mi
Last recorded209,232 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Toyota Prius112,241 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 SYO
MakeToyota
ModelPrius
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 209,232 miles

headlamp lens deteriorated-wishbone bushes slightly perished-nsr tyre worn low-

Pass 25 Jun 2025 196,165 miles

Rear heatshield loose rear

Pass 12 Jul 2024 185,048 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to crack (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to crack (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 185,048 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to crack (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to crack (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 175,490 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 163,629 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 158,556 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 155,583 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Lower slight knocking from steering column lower

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 153,413 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 150,935 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2019 147,337 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 137,613 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 127,777 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 117,749 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 117,749 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 105,610 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 94,502 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 81,234 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 69,910 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 67,374 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 62,841 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 55,149 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 55,149 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 55,140 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 54,093 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 54,093 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Toyota Prius?

Based on 1,959,742 MOT tests across 148,686 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
12,199
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
148,686
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,116
position lamp(s) not working 9,474
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,244
Registration plate lamp not working 9,122
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GF12 SYO is a 2012 Toyota Prius in Silver with a 1,798cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Toyota Prius models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 112,241 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Prius fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF12 SYO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Prius typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this Toyota Prius is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GF12 SYO registered?

GF12 SYO is a 2012 Toyota Prius, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is GF12 SYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 SYO shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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